Registered Nurse - Orthopedics - Miller 6

Registered Nurse - Post-Operative Unit

As an RN in our fast-paced, 32-bed post-operative unit, you will care for a mixed population of orthopedic patients. Our team is a collaborative mix of RNs, LNAs, Unit Secretaries, Nursing students, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Case Managers, Quality partners, Medical Students, Residents, and Attendings who work together to provide Miller 6 patients with the highest quality care. We have state-of-the-art rooms with beautiful views of the UVM campus and Lake Champlain. Every room is equipped with a ceiling lift and plenty of room for families and space in which to do physical therapy. We primarily treat post-surgical patients including trauma, total hip and knee replacements, hip fractures, and spine patients. Nurses are encouraged to grow professionally through orthopedic-specific certifications. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP).

Job Description

• Care for a mixed population of orthopedic patients in a post-operative unit
• Collaborate with a diverse team to provide high-quality patient care
• Encourage professional growth through orthopedic-specific certifications
• Advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP)

Requirements

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required
• ADN required, BSN preferred
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area; varies by unit

Benefits

• Health care (medical, dental, vision)
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement benefits (403b)
• Insurance benefits (life, long-term, short-term)
• Paid time off

Community Overview

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.

Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Burlington ranked highest in exercise and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes, and other indicators of ill health.

We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.